What is the origin of the last name Dor?

The surname "Dor" is of French and German origin, derived from the Old French word "dor," meaning "golden" or "having a golden color." It likely originated as a nickname for someone with golden hair or a sunny personality. The name may also have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a dor, which is a type of wooden beam or gateway.

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